Site Supervisor

Site Supervisor (Civils & Groundworks) — Plymouth

Salary: £45 - £50k basic + vehicle/allowance + benefits (DOE)

About the role

Opportunity for an experienced Site Supervisor to lead groundworks and civils packages across residential, commercial and infrastructure projects. You’ll own day-to-day site delivery—driving safety, quality and productivity while coordinating labour, plant and subcontractors.

Key responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and toolbox talks; coordinate gangs, subcontractors, plant and materials.
• Manage groundworks activities: site prep, excavations/shoring, deep & shallow drainage, manholes/chambers, ducting & utilities, kerbs/edgings, paving, external works, RC foundations/slabs, retaining walls, road construction, S278/S38 tie-ins and reinstatement.
• Enforce H&S standards: RAMS, permits to dig, service avoidance (CAT & Genny/HSG47), temporary works controls, lifting operations, confined space compliance.
• Track progress vs programme; produce look-aheads, raise risks/changes promptly.
• Maintain quality: ITPs, inspections, compaction/concrete testing, snag/close-out, as-builts & O&M inputs.
• Liaise with engineers for setting-out checks (lines/levels/tolerances).
• Ensure environmental controls (silt, dust, noise, fuel/waste management).
• Keep accurate site diaries, photos, delivery/plant records; attend/lead progress meetings.
• Act as the on-site point of contact for the PM, QS, client, utility providers and local authority inspectors.

Must-have qualifications & experience

• Valid CSCS card (appropriate level).
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).
• Proven supervision experience on groundworks/civils projects.
• Full UK driving licence.
• First Aid at Work, CAT & Genny, Confined Space, Abrasive Wheels.
• Temporary Works (Supervisor/Coordinator).
• CPCS/NPORS (Dumper/Roller) awareness for plant coordination.

To be considered for this role please attach your CV or get in touch with Laura at RGB for more information.